Matt Smith will add a different dimension to Felix Magath's Fulham side, according to ex-midfielder Sean Davis.

The former Leeds United striker joined the Cottagers on Deadline Day, becoming the second forward this summer to trade Yorkshire for London, with Ross McCormack being the first.

And Davis believes Smith's ability in the air as a target man will give Fulham a much-needed boost this season.

“He is a big lad and that is something different that he can add to the team," Davis said.

"A lot of times this season we get the ball wide and there is hardly anyone in the box so we tend to go back and then play across, so with Matt in there hopefully we can get some balls in the air to him.

Tim Poole

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